As winter fades and the Calgary real estate market heats up, spring becomes one of the busiest times for buying and selling homes. If you're thinking about listing your property this season, starting early is the key to making it stand out. From market analysis to home improvements, getting ahead of the competition can help maximize your sale price and minimize stress.

Start Early to Gain an Advantage

As winter thaws and spring approaches, the real estate market starts to buzz with activity. If you are considering listing your home this Spring, the best strategy is to start preparing early. Here is why beginning your market analysis and home improvements ahead of time can make your property stand out during the busy season.

Having your property ready when buyers start their home search can set it apart from the competition. Starting early means that your not rushing through the process, giving you the advantage of time.

Some Key Areas to Focus On:

Declutter and Deep Clean

• Creating a welcoming and spacious home is crucial. A tidy, spacious home makes a lasting impression. Begin by decluttering rooms, closets, and storage areas to create a sense of openness. A deep clean—windows, baseboards, carpets, and kitchens—can make your home feel fresh and well-maintained, which is exactly what buyers are looking for.

Address Repairs Before Listing

• Even minor repairs can influence a buyer’s perception. Fix leaky faucets, squeaky doors, and chipped paint before listing to avoid potential red flags during showings and inspections. Handling these early helps ensure a smoother transaction when you receive an offer.

Boost Curb Appeal

• In Calgary, where winter can be long and harsh, spring is the perfect time to refresh your home’s exterior. Tidy up the yard, add fresh mulch, power wash the driveway, and consider a fresh coat of paint for the front door. Enhancing your curb appeal makes a great first impression and invites buyers inside.

Get Ahead of the Market

The housing market moves quickly in the spring, and well-prepared homes get noticed first. By taking proactive steps now, you can ensure your listing shines when buyers are actively searching. Don’t wait for the snow to melt—start preparing today, and you’ll be ready to make the most of Calgary’s peak selling season!

What’s Shaping Calgary’s Real Estate Market?

The Calgary real estate market is always changing, and if you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing, understanding the key factors influencing home prices can help you make confident decisions. Let’s take a look at what’s driving the market right now and how you can use this information to your advantage.

Inventory Levels

The number of homes available for sale plays a huge role in determining prices.

• Low inventory: When there aren’t many homes on the market, properties tend to sell quickly—often for over the asking price—because buyers compete for limited options. Sellers benefit from this, but buyers need to act fast and make strong offers.

• High inventory: When there are more homes for sale, buyers have more choices and more negotiating power, which can lead to more balanced or even lower home prices.

Interest Rates

Mortgage rates have a direct impact on affordability and buyer demand.

• Low interest rates: When borrowing is more affordable, more buyers enter the market, which increases demand and can drive up home prices.

• High interest rates: When rates rise, monthly payments become more expensive, which can slow down buyer activity and put less pressure on home prices to climb.

Local Demand

Real estate trends can vary significantly depending on location. Some neighbourhoods in Calgary experience higher demand due to:

• A growing job market and strong local economy

• Desirable amenities, like schools, shopping, and parks

• Ongoing development and infrastructure improvements

Areas that attract more buyers tend to see higher home prices and faster sales. If you’re thinking about buying or investing, looking at neighbourhoods with strong local demand can be a smart move.

Making Smart Real Estate Decisions

Understanding market trends gives you an advantage, whether you're selling your home, buying your next property, or considering an investment. Staying informed about inventory levels, interest rates, and local demand can help you make the right move at the right time.

If you’re looking for expert guidance in Calgary’s real estate market, I’m here to help! Let’s chat about your goals and how to make the most of current market conditions.

March always feels like spring to me! Until we get hit with another snow storm which is inevitable… but still - it’s the way the days start to be longer, the way the snow melts the same day it falls in many cases and the buzz in the real estate industry that gets me excited for what this spring has in store for us all.

This is my real estate update for Calgary Alberta for February 2025:

In February 2025, Calgary recorded 2830 new listings, a 4.4% increase from February 2024, contributing to a total inventory of 4145 units—up 75.6% year-over-year.

The months of supply moved to 2.5 months, compared to where it was last year which was hovering around 1 month of supply. This is signalling a move towards balanced market conditions while still favouring sellers in certain property segments.

The overall benchmark price in February 2025 was $587,600, stable since late 2024, with a 0.9% increase from February 2024. These trends indicate sustained appreciation, especially in the detached and semi-detached segments.

Real estate update for Airdrie Alberta for February 2025: 

February home sales held steady compared to both last month and last year, staying well above long-term trends. The good news? A bump in new listings helped boost inventory, keeping the months of supply above two for the sixth month in a row. While 2.8 months of supply is still lower than Airdrie’s historical average, it’s a big step up from the tight conditions we’ve seen since 2021. With more options in both resale and new home markets, price pressure has eased slightly.

Over the last two weeks we have seen a huge increase in new listings. Most of which seem to come out on Thursday and Friday… .will this trend continue? Only time will tell. This means more opportunity and choice for buyers which makes the process of selling a home longer than what we have gotten used to over the last 5 years!

Average days on market is 37 in Calgary and 41 in Airdrie. 

If you are looking to buy or sell this spring - it’s best to start the conversation now and plan for the best time to list based on your current needs and timeline. I’m happy to discuss options with you and go over the steps involved in both buying and selling so you are prepared and ready to hit the ground running when you are ready to make that move happen. 

Happy March!